Sibil Fox Richardson, known as Fox Rich, fights for the release of her husband, Rob, who is serving a 60-year sentence in Louisiana State Penitentiary for armed bank robbery. "Time" documents her struggle over 21 years, capturing the emotional impact of incarceration on their family. The film features a blend of original footage and home videos, illustrating Fox's efforts to maintain family unity while confronting the challenges of the U.S. prison system. It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 25, 2020.

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Meet Sibil Fox Richardson, a determined advocate for her husband.
See rare home videos spanning 18 years of family life.
Follow the story of a long prison sentence and its impact.

Did You Know

Garrett Bradley won the US Documentary Directing Award at Sundance 2020.
Sibil Fox Richardson recorded over 100 hours of home videos over 18 years.
Rob Richardson served 21 years in prison before receiving clemency in 2018.
Time was released on Amazon Prime Video just a week after its theatrical debut.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who directed the documentary Time?

Time was produced and directed by Garrett Bradley.

What was the prison sentence of Rob Richardson?

Rob Richardson was serving a 60-year prison sentence for his participation in an armed bank robbery.

When was Time released on Amazon Prime Video?

Time was released digitally on Amazon Prime Video on October 16, 2020.

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